South Carolina Early Childhood Inclusion Conference

Duncan Winburn

Duncan Winburn is a third-year student at the University of SC School of Law. Studying law is an effort to pursue his passion - to fight for the rights of those who historically have not had a voice. He was born with cerebral palsy and has lived with it for 25 years. He has been advocating for the disability community for nearly all his life. Duncan attended Westwood High School and Furman University, leaving a legacy at both institutions. In 2022, he spoke at the SC State House advocating for Bill 533, which passed in May of that year, making it illegal to pay sub-minimum wages to individuals with disabilities. Duncan is also a Volunteer of Distinction and platelet donor with the American Red Cross, volunteers with the USC School of Medicine and Family Connection, and is a SC Appleseed Legal Justice Center employee where he conducts research to support advocacy work.

Connie Gallman

Connie Gallman is a full-time employee at Newberry County Disabilities and Special Needs Board. She has been employed as the Administrative Assistant for 24 years. She is currently a member of Impact, SC where she has served since 2005 and a former President of Impact, SC as well. She has formerly served for Developmental Disabilities Council, and Voices for PRIDE a local self-advocacy group. She has been the keynote speaker for the state’s Disability Advocacy Day, as well as a guest speaker for the College of Charleston, University of South Carolina, and the Newberry County Council. She has received awards for Self-Advocate of the Year for both Newberry County and the state of South Carolina; completion of Partners in Policy Making; and a Proclamation from the Governor for the Developmental Disabilities Council. She has been featured on YouTube through Impact, PC and in an article for Newberry Magazine. She is married and owns her own home.

Will Farrior

William (Will) Farrior, III, is from Ravenel, SC. Will was diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome at age 14. He graduated from the College of Charleston in the REACH program where he discovered his passion for helping others with disabilities. He has worked for the SC Developmental Disabilities Council since 2015. Will is also the Self Advocacy lead and Coordinator for the Partners in Policymaking® Program. He also sits on various boards and committees. In 2023, Will was named the SC Self-advocate of the Year by the South Carolina Partnership of Disability Organizations.

Danielle Tennison

Danielle Tennison is a native of Bluffton, South Carolina. Danielle was born with two birth defects: Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus. Danielle started walking at the age of 4 with the assistance of crutches and leg braces. She also started school in the same year. She took Resource classes and also had an IEP to insure her learning disability was addressed and closely monitored. In 2021, Danielle gained a love for advocating for people, especially children with disabilities. She became the Owner and founder of DT Books in the same year. She has written a number of books and has more on the way. Danielle has participated in Ms. WheelChair South Carolina where she was 2nd Runner up. She was also awarded with Self-Advocate of the Year Disability Advocacy in 2022 and plans to host her very first "Spina Bifida Walk 'N Roll Your Way" in October 2025.

Danni Bloom

Danni Bloom is the Director of Outreach & Policy for The Arc of South Carolina. She calls Chapin home, though she has lived across the state. Her passion for advocacy is deeply personal—her son was diagnosed with autism at age two, making The Arc’s mission especially meaningful. She holds a Bachelor’s in Social & Behavioral Sciences from USC and an MBA from The Citadel. After serving four years on The Arc’s board, she transitioned into staff leadership, where she continues her commitment to advancing inclusion and support for people with disabilities.  

Margie Williamson

Margie Williamson has served as the Executive Director of The Arc of South Carolina since April 2012. With over a decade of experience in the nonprofit sector before joining The Arc, Margie brings both professional expertise and a deeply personal perspective to her leadership role.  As the parent of a child with autism, she understands firsthand the challenges faced by individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families. This lived experience drives her passion for advocacy, inclusion, and creating meaningful opportunities for those The Arc supports. Her commitment to the disability community began early in her college years, where she worked closely with children on the autism spectrum, providing caregiver relief and advocating for critical services. Since then, she has built a career dedicated to advancing the rights and opportunities of people with IDD. Under her leadership, The Arc of South Carolina has strengthened its role as a voice for individuals with disabilities across the state. Margie has become a visible spokesperson on issues impacting the disability community, working alongside families, policymakers, and community partners to expand access to services, supports, and opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.